The PrSM programme reflects Lockheed Martin’s long-standing expertise in missile technology and its commitment to meeting evolving defence needs. The recent tests mark a key milestone in the missile’s development, with Initial Operational Testing and Evaluation (IOT&E) scheduled to begin in May 2025.
“The PrSM will give our Soldiers a game-changing capability on the battlefield, allowing them to engage targets at long range with precision and lethality,” said Maj. Gen. Frank Lozano, Program Executive Officer for Missiles and Space, in a statement released by the U.S. Army. This capability will significantly enhance the Army’s long-range precision strike capacity.
The programme is also the first Army capability to reach a production milestone since the introduction of Cross Functional Teams (CFT), an integral element of the Army’s modernisation strategy. A full-rate production decision is anticipated later this year, underscoring the programme’s rapid progress.
Lockheed Martin’s approach combines advanced manufacturing with rigorous testing, including simulations, environmental assessments, and live-fire demonstrations. By integrating physical and digital testing, the company has demonstrated the missile’s effectiveness, with a range exceeding 400 kilometres.
These efforts align with the company’s 1LMX digital transformation initiative, which leverages technologies such as augmented reality, ARISE® modelling and simulation, and data analytics. This digital approach enhances product quality, efficiency, and supports the U.S. Army’s modernisation goals.
“Tests like these reinforce Lockheed Martin’s commitment to delivering unmatched operational superiority and mission success,” the company stated. The continued testing of PrSM throughout 2025 will include soldier-led evaluations, paving the way for its initial fielding.
Source: Lockheed Martin.
